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5 essential gluten-free food options

Non-gluten grains: You need not banish all grains and cereals from your meals just because you are on a gluten-free diet. You can focus on quinoa, buckwheat and millet, to name a few. Rice is considered a gluten-free alternative across the world as well.

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Vegetables: Among other health benefits, leafy greens are excellent gluten-free food options. Opt for onions, cabbage, brussel sprouts as part of your salad bowl. Then there are green beans, celery, radishes, asparagus, garlic, leek, ginger, parsley and water chestnuts, and a host of other options to consider.

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Fruits: Nutritionists suggest starting your day with fresh fruits that are naturally gluten-free. Berries, for instamce, are a great choice.

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Protein: Eggs are recommended. Egg protein is safe for anyone following a gluten-free and casein-free diet. You can eat nearly any preparation of eggs you want including omelets, scrambled eggs and hard-boiled eggs.

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Healthy fat: Here are the options - flax seeds, olive oil and almond milk. Why flaxseeds? Because they do not contain gluten, and hence are a safe option. In fact, many gluten-free baked goods have flax seeds in them. Almond milk is a good choice too--of course, check food labels before buying.